Ragtime Blues DET558 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4A5E6C, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blazing Sky from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A5E6C · DET558
Ragtime Blues
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ragtime Blues Technical Profile
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Ragtime Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ragtime Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRagtime Blues
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBlazing Sky
Blazing Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
PPG
Nearly identical
Hampton Surf
Valspar
Nearly identical
Digital
Behr
Very similar
Saxon Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In the Midnight Hour
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Alaskan Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bunglehouse Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ragtime Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ragtime Blues
#4A5E6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D618C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ragtime Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ragtime Blues Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ragtime Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ragtime Blues have?
Ragtime Blues by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ragtime Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ragtime Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ragtime Blues are Blazing Sky by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Approaching Storm by PPG (a near-identical match), Saxon Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ragtime Blues's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ragtime Blues?
Ragtime Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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